The Houston Texans bolster their defensive line by signing former practice‑squad DT Naquan Jones from the 49ers, replacing waived veteran Jaden Crumedy. Jones, who logged three games and two tackles with San Francisco, previously played over 100 snaps for Houston in 2025 and is expected to reinforce run stopping alongside Sheldon Rankins, Tommy Togiai, Kayden McDonald, and Logan Hall. The move follows Houston’s 27‑21 overtime loss to the New York Giants, prompting a push for interior depth. Additional roster tweaks include adding RB Joshua Pitsenberger and WR Daniel Sobkowicz to the practice squad while releasing RB Deuce Vaughn and DT Kyonte Hamilton.
The New York Giants may abandon the long‑rumored chase for Indianapolis’ Jonathan Taylor and instead target Baltimore Ravens star Derrick Henry in a late‑season blockbuster trade. Former Giants defensive coordinator Don “Wink” Martindale says head coach John Harbaugh could contact Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti to negotiate a deal that would give the 247‑pound bellcow a chance to finish his career in New York. Henry would add power‑running for short‑yardage and red‑zone situations, force defenses to stack the box and open up play‑action passing. The shift in focus could reshape NFL trade talks as the Giants push for the NFC East crown.
Connor Hellebuyck, now the New Jersey Devils' starting goalie, writes an emotional Instagram letter to Winnipeg Jets fans explaining his trade request, citing private family challenges. He thanks the Jets for 11 seasons, three Vezina Trophies, and the community that helped raise his family. Hellebuyck boasts a 3-0-0 record, .900 save percentage and 1.95 GAA with the Devils, and will face his former team in Winnipeg next Tuesday.
As the NFL trade deadline looms, ESPN insider Dan Graziano reports that the New York Giants are a top candidate to acquire RB Jonathan Taylor from the Indianapolis Colts. The Colts, fresh from trading Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, are demanding hefty draft compensation, citing Taylor’s age (27) and contract status. Giants, eager to bolster their backfield and defensive line, have also eyed Jeffery Simmons and Vita Vea, indicating a busy week of potential moves.
The New York Jets opened the 21-day practice window for rookie defensive back VJ Payne, who could quickly find a role for himself on special teams.
On Tuesday night, the New Jersey Devils kicked off their two-game homestand by hosting the Edmonton Oilers. The Devils looked to continue the momentum from their 5-2 win over the…
The new Devil netminder had a very unpopular exit from Winnipeg after requesting a trade.
Devils netminder Connor Hellebuyck explains his surprising trade request from the Winnipeg Jets in a heartfelt Instagram letter, citing "very challenging circumstances involving my family" that he wishes to keep private. He apologizes to disappointed Jets fans, thanks GM Mark Chipman, Kevin Cheveldayoff and the organization, and expresses gratitude for his time in Winnipeg where he earned three Vezina Trophies. Acquired by New Jersey on Oct. 23 in a deal that sent Dawson Mercer, Nick Bjugstad and several picks to Winnipeg, Hellebuyck has started 3‑0‑0 for the Devils with a .900 save percentage and a 1.95 GAA. He will face the Jets on Nov. 10 at Canada Life Centre, his first return to the arena.
Two weeks after being traded to the New Jersey Devils, goaltender Connor Hellebuyck finally breaks his silence with a heartfelt farewell to the Winnipeg Jets. In a message reported by The Athletic, he thanks the organization, teammates, and fans, cites family circumstances for his trade request, and reflects on his 11‑season, 625‑game tenure that yielded a 2.58 GAA, .916 save percentage, three Vezina Trophies and the 2025 Hart. Hellebuyck now sits 3‑0 with a 1.95 GAA for the Devils ahead of their October 31 visit to Winnipeg.
Connor Hellebuyck makes history with the New Jersey Devils, becoming only the fourth goalie to win each of his first three starts for the franchise. He debuted with a 5-1 victory over Dallas on Oct. 27, followed by a 5-2 win at Vegas, and capped the streak with an 18‑save, 4-3 shootout win over Connor McDavid’s Oilers on Nov. 4. Hellebuyck’s hot start has helped the Devils climb to 10‑5‑0, second in the Metropolitan, and sparked a five‑game home winning streak. With backup Jake Allen settled, Hellebuyck is poised to lead New Jersey back to the playoffs.
Amid a 2-6 start for the New York Jets, Will McDonald IV's status leading up to the trade deadline is being monitored by opposing teams.
New Jersey Devils goaltender Connor Hellebuyck pointed toward "challenging circumstances involving my family" when explaining why he wanted to leave Winnipeg in an Instagram post Wednesday directed toward Jets fans.
Josh Hart is listed as questionable with right ankle soreness ahead of the Knicks' matchup against Chicago on Wednesday. Coach Mike Brown must decide how to reshape his wing rotation, balancing Hart’s scoring, rebounding, playmaking, and perimeter defense. Options include giving more minutes to sharpshooter Landry Shamet, who dropped 22 points versus Brooklyn, or using Miles McBride for pressure defense. The lineup may shift between larger groups for rebounding or smaller units for offense, depending on Hart’s condition. While Hart’s status remains unconfirmed, his multifaceted role makes the injury report a critical factor for the game plan.
Korpisalo has been on injured reserve since the start of the season due to a lower-body injury.
Former MLB star Mark Teixeira, who played for the Texas Rangers and New York Yankees, celebrates his victory in Texas’s 21st District, defeating Democrat Kristin Hook in the November 2026 midterm elections. In a post on X, Teixeira thanks supporters and vows to be a “strong, responsive voice” for families, emphasizing teamwork and a commitment to President Donald Trump’s America‑First agenda. He highlights his 14‑year baseball career—three All‑Star selections, five Gold Gloves, three Silver Sluggers, and a 2009 World Series title—before pledging to work for Texas and the nation.
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Ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline, Bears GM Ryan Poles may revisit cornerback Nahshon Wright, the Pro‑Bowl player who helped Chicago’s secondary in 2025 before slipping to the Jets, where he’s seen only special‑teams snaps. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport flagged Wright as a depth option, noting his frustration with New York and his desire for a defensive role. Wright logged 5 interceptions, 11 passes defended and 2 forced fumbles in 2025, but a return would hinge on a modest price and whether he can bolster a secondary that struggled against the Seahawks. The article weighs the familiar talent against the Bears’ cap and roster needs.
In Las Vegas’s 38‑33 win over the New York Jets, No. 6 overall pick Ashton Jeanty sees a dramatic drop in usage, snapping just 40% of plays and recording only two carries while rookie Mike Washington handles 25. Coach Klint Kubiak says the decision isn’t tied to Jeanty’s comments about the Jets. The article also reviews the Raiders’ 2026 draft class: second‑round RB Jack Bech returns from a broken forearm; third‑round picks Darien Porter (groin injury) and Caleb Rogers (benched for rookie Trey Zuhn); third‑round lineman Charles Grant appears only on special teams; fourth‑round WR Dont’e Thornton is a healthy scratch; fourth‑round TE Tonka Hemingway deals with a recurring stinger; sixth‑round DT JJ Pegues is inactive for the fifth time, sparking talk of a Tim Keenan swap; and seventh‑rounder Cody Lindenberg continues limited special‑teams duty. The piece hints at whether Jeanty will regain a larger role against the 49ers.
A fresh rumor suggests the New York Yankees could target Baltimore’s 24‑year‑old third baseman Coby Mayo this month, ahead of the Dec. 1 lockout. Mayo posted a .228 average with 24 homers and 63 RBIs in 132 games this season, and his team‑friendly contract runs through 2032. The Orioles, according to the Baltimore Banner’s Andy Kotska, are open to deals on every player except Pete Alonso, focusing on upgrades in rotation and outfield. The Yankees could pitch prospects like Will Warren, Clarke Schmidt, Ryan Weathers, Luis Gil, or top farmhands Elmer Rodriguez and Carlos Lagrange. Past AL‑East trades, such as the Orioles’ Adley Rutschman move to Boston, indicate the swap is plausible.
Adonai Mitchell's explosive Week 8 was awesome for the New York Jets, but it was even more impressive considering the splint on his hand.
Week 8’s NFLSU report card shows a mixed bag for former Tigers. The only standout is the Bengals‑Titans OT showdown, where Joe Burrow throws for a career‑high 462 yards, five TDs and a rushing TD, earning an A+ for NFLSU. Most other games rank low—Packers‑Panthers and Cardinals‑Cowboys get F‑, while the Buccaneers‑Falcons and Steelers‑Browns earn C and B respectively. Former Tiger appearances are sparse, with Mason Taylor (Jets), Omar Speights (Rams) and Will Campbell (Patriots) among the few. Overall Week 8 grade lands at B.
On November 4, 2026 the Pinstripe Alley celebrates former Yankee outfielder Ryan Thompson’s birthday. Born in 1967 in Chestertown, MD, Thompson was a 13th‑round pick by Toronto in 1987 and debuted with the Mets in 1992. After stints with Cleveland, Japan’s Fukuoka Daiei Hawks, and the Astros, he joined the Yankees for the 2000 season, posting a .260/.339/.500 line in 33 games and hitting a three‑run homer on July 14 against the Marlins. Though he didn’t play in the postseason, he earned a World Series ring as New York beat the Mets. Thompson’s nine‑year MLB career also included time with the Marlins and Brewers before retiring after the 2004 minor‑league season.
Rangers prospect Tomas Chrenko heads to Sweden for the 5‑Nation U20 tournament, marking his first senior call‑up for Slovakia ahead of the 2027 World Juniors. The 19‑year‑old logged two assists in two Tipsport Liga games, including a late OT‑tying pass against Vlci Zilina, and helped Nitra to a 5‑2 win over HC Banská Bystrica. Fellow Europeans get updates: Norway’s Mikkel Eriksen earns a rookie SHL contract and a national‑team invite, Swiss winger Rico Gredig records an assist in an 8‑1 Zug win, CSKA‑bound defenseman Ivan Patrikhayev posts a season‑high 15:32 of ice‑time, and Finnish‑born Samuel Jung tallies a goal and two assists despite back‑to‑back losses. All prospects are sharpening their games as the Rangers eye a strong European pipeline.
The former All-Star and World Series champion is moving into politics.
Three‑time MLB All‑Star and 2009 World Series champion Mark Teixeira wins Texas’ 21st Congressional District, beating Democrat Kristin Hook. The 46‑year‑old former Rangers and Yankees first baseman captured more than 61% of the Republican primary vote and secured the seat after incumbent Rep. Chip Roy vacated it for an attorney‑general bid. Backed by former President Donald Trump and a $4 million campaign fund (including a $2.5 million personal loan), Teixeira promises an "America First" agenda and cites border security and anti‑woke policies. His victory marks the only Republican hold in a district where a new map aimed to boost GOP representation amid a broader “blue wave.”